Prof. Yann Algan
HEC Institutes Director - Professor - Economics
Yann Algan is Professor of Economics. He has joined HEC as the Associate Dean of Pre-experience Programs and following six years as the Dean of the School of Public Affairs at Sciences Po.
He is also a member of the Conseil d’Analyse Économique (Council for Economic Analysis) and the Conseil Scientifique de l’Education Nationale (Scientific Council for National Education).
His research focuses on populism and trust as well as well-being within organizations. He is a member of the Institut Universitaire de France and a recipient of two ERC projects from the European Commission.
Last Articles
Trust Is the Invisible Infrastructure of Prosperous Societies
Trust underpins economic performance, social mobility, and democratic legitimacy, yet remains largely invisible in public decision-making.
Marieke Huysentruyt, Yann Algan
AI Must Be Governed Democratically to Preserve Our Future
As AI reshapes our societies, Yann Algan and Gilles Babinet are debating its political risks and democratic promises.
Yann Algan